If you are looking for a homemade hot chocolate with cocoa, creamy and velvety like the one from the café, this is the perfect recipe. It is made with simple ingredients you already have in the pantry and in just a few minutes you get a thick and enveloping hot chocolate, ideal for warming you up on cold days.
A steaming cup, a mountain of cream, and that comforting feeling that puts the world right: this creamy hot cocoa will become your favorite for snacks and moments of relaxation.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 4 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2.5 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp sugar
- to taste whipped cream
Tools
- Saucepan
- Sieve
Steps
In a bowl, combine sifted cocoa, sugar, and cornstarch.
Pour a little milk and mix with a whisk until you get a smooth cream.
Transfer to a saucepan and add the rest of the milk.
Cook on low heat, stirring constantly, until it becomes thick and velvety.
Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and… enjoy your warm treat.
Storage and advice
If there are leftovers, store hot chocolate in the fridge for 1 day. Before serving, heat it gently, adding a splash of milk to bring it back to its original consistency.
Whole milk makes everything creamier and more velvety.
If you want it thicker, add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch.
You can flavor it with cinnamon, vanilla, or orange zest.
Whip the cream just before serving to keep it soft and stable.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use semi-skimmed milk?
Yes, it is fine, but the hot cocoa will be slightly less creamy compared to whole milk.
Can I use plant-based milk?
Yes. The best ones for a creamy hot chocolate are soy, almond, or oat milk.
Is sweetened cocoa okay?
Better to avoid: it contains sugar and additives that alter the thickness. Use unsweetened cocoa and sweeten it yourself.
